UPCOMING EVENTS

The days are getting longer, the weather a little warmer, and so the long-awaited season of events, inside and out, begins! Get set for all sorts of fun, and all manner of entertainment for the family to enjoy. Here’s our pick of the best for you to start planning days out to remember!

SATURDAY 27TH MAY THE ROMANS MARCH INTO CHESTER RACECOURSE!

Celebrate the wonderful heritage of Chester at the Tote Roman Day at Chester Racecourse. Get all the family together and head down to the Roodee for a day of exciting family fun, and thrilling racing. There’s a range of free activities to entertain all ages including a Roman Chariot Display, Archery, Woodland Workshops, Make & Do Activities, Bouncy Castles & Inflatable Fun, plus much more! Book in advance to secure the best price, with tickets starting at just £15; plus kids 17 and under go free! Purchase your tickets now online. W: www.chester-races.com

Sunday 11th June

SOCCER AID RETURNS TO OLD TRAFFORD – BIGGER AND BETTER THAN EVER!

Soccer Aid for UNICEF returns to Old Trafford, Manchester on 11th June with one of the best-ever line-ups. Lionesses’ Euro 2022 winner, and Queen of The Jungle, Jill Scott will captain England as she makes her debut alongside fellow newcomers Tommy Fury, Jack Wilshere, Joel Corry, Bugzy Malone, Karen Carney and Gary Cahill. They are joined by familiar Soccer Aid faces including Usain Bolt, Liam Payne, Tom Grennan, Mo Farah, Steven Bartlett, Gary Neville and Vicky McClure – all of whom return for the biggest and best charity football match in the world. Tickets start from just £10 for children and £20 for adults. W: www.socceraid.org.uk

THREE ACTION PACKED FAMILY SHOWS ARE COMING TO CHESHIRE!

SATURDAY 3RD & SUNDAY 4TH JUNE

Astle Park Country Fair takes place in parkland near Chelford and brings a whole barrowful of family attractions including The Sheep Show, Scurry Driving, Falconry, Gun Dogs, Fun Dog Show, Axe Throwing events plus much more.

SATURDAY 8TH & SUNDAY 9TH JULY

The Cheshire Steam Fair near Daresbury will offer a great day out. Enjoy the West Lancs Dog Display Team, Owl Adventures, Wall of Death, Traction Engines, Vintage Vehicles, Childrens Corner and Fairground.

SATURDAY 12TH & SUNDAY 13TH AUGUST

Astle Park Traction Engine Rally will feature over 80 traction engines, vintage vehicles, falconry display, Saturday night fireworks, plus a Childrens Corner and Fairground. Day Tickets or weekend camping is available for all three events and you can receive an additional 10% discount using the Promo code ‘primary’ when you book online. T: 01751 200839 W: www.outdoorshows.co.uk

10% discount using the promo code ‘primary’ when you book online

14TH – 18TH JUNE

BOLESWORTH INTERNATIONAL –AN EQUESTRIAN EVENT LIKE NO OTHER!

You’re invited to discover Bolesworth International – a ground-breaking equestrian and country lifestyle event, mixing a family festival atmosphere, with world-class sport! Featuring five days of international showjumping, the show will also play host to an amazing line-up of live music and top DJs, celebrity chefs, plenty of action and adventure including freestyle motocross and driving experiences and a heap of entertainment for the kids, with fairground rides, inflatables, and wildlife zones. With on-site camping at the castle (Bolesworth Castle is located just 8 miles south of Chester and 10 miles from Wrexham) available too, this is a fun-filled family weekend not to be missed! W: www.bolesworth.com